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LOT 0106
Late Roman Rosso-Antico Thumb Pestle
3RD-6TH CENTURY A.D.
4 3/4 in. (312 grams, 12 cm).
Red marble pestle or grinding tool, the handle formed as a thumb with knuckle and nail detailing; old collector's label '2' to underside.
ProvenanceEx private collection, Mrs L.S., 1980s.
Acquired from the above, 1999.
Private European collection.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12096-218201.
Mainly used by medical staff for grinding ingredients such as medicinal compounds, cosmetics and culinary spices.
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LOT 0106
Late Roman Rosso-Antico Thumb Pestle
Estimate £1,800 - 2,400€2,090 - 2,780 (for guidance only)$2,430 - 3,240 (for guidance only)
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